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Government Ramps Up Modular Housing for Hurricane Melissa Victims

PM Holness accelerates 3,000 modular housing units for Hurricane Melissa victims, starting with a resilient community in Westmoreland.

By HowJamaica Staff • May 27, 2026 • 3 min read
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Prime Minister Andrew Holness has announced an accelerated timeline for the deployment of 3,000 modular housing units to assist families displaced by Hurricane Melissa.

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A semi-permanent housing community is currently being established in Westmoreland, one of the parishes hardest hit by the storm. The modular homes are designed to withstand category 3 hurricane winds and can be assembled in less than a week.

"We are prioritizing efficient use of disaster relief funds to ensure our citizens have a roof over their heads before the peak of the hurricane season," the Prime Minister stated during a tour of the new development site.

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